TERP GRANT PROGRAMS:

The TERP program is comprised of nine different grant programs. Each program has its own specific eligibility requirements and may accept applications at different time periods of the year.

Alternative Fueling Facilities Program (AFFP)

The AFFP program offers grants for the construction or expansion of natural gas and other alternative fuel fueling stations within the Clean Transportation Zone. Effective September 1, 2017, the Texas Health and Safety Code (THSC) Chapters 393 and 394 were amended to combine the AFFP and the Clean Transportation Triangle (CTT) programs.

The TCEQ is now accepting applications for funding consideration under the Alternative Fueling Facilities Program (AFFP). Applications must be received and date-stamped at the front desk, Rm. 1301, 1st floor of Building F on the premises of the TCEQ by no later than 5:00 p.m. Central Time, March 29, 2018.

Drayage Truck Incentive Program (DTIP)

The purpose of the Drayage Truck Incentive Program (DTIP) is to provide financial incentives for the replacement of older drayage trucks operating at eligible seaports and Class I rail yards in areas of Texas designated as nonattainment under the Federal Clean Air Act.

The latest application period has ended. Applications may no longer be submitted for funding consideration.

Emissions Reduction Incentive Grants (ERIG)

The Emissions Reduction Incentive Grants (ERIG) Program offers grants to upgrade or replace on-road vehicles, non-road equipment, stationary equipment, marine vessels, locomotives, on-vehicle electrification and idle reduction infrastructure, and rail relocation and improvement projects, which must result in a reduction of emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx) of at least 25%.

The latest application period has ended. Applications may no longer be submitted for funding consideration.

New Technology Implementation Grant (NTIG) Program

These grants provide incentives to assist in the implementation of new technologies to reduce emissions of pollutants from facilities and other stationary sources.

The TCEQ is now accepting applications for funding consideration for Electricity Storage Projects only under the NTIG Program. Applications must be received and date-stamped at the front desk, Rm. 1301, 1st floor of Building F on the premises of the TCEQ by no later than 5:00 p.m. Central Time, May 1, 2018.

Texas Clean School Bus Program

The goal of the Texas Clean School Bus Program is to reduce children’s exposure to diesel exhaust in and around diesel school buses. Under the program, TCEQ will provide grants to offset the incremental cost of eligible projects that reduce diesel exhaust emissions. Eligible projects include the purchase and installation of eligible retrofit systems on eligible buses.

The TCEQ has received requests for funding in excess of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 appropriation of $3,094,795.00. Applications may still be submitted but will not be considered for funding until after August 31, 2018 in FY 2019. Applications must be received at the front desk, Rm. 1301, 1st floor of Building F on the premises of the TCEQ by no later than 5:00 p.m. Central Time, April 26, 2019.

Light-Duty Motor Vehicle Purchase or Lease Incentive Program (LDPLI)

The Light-Duty Motor Vehicle Purchase or Lease Incentive Program (LDPLI) will provide rebate incentives statewide to persons who purchase or lease an eligible new light-duty motor vehicle powered by compressed natural gas (CNG), liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), or hydrogen fuel cells or other electric drives (plug-in or plug-in hybrid). Only vehicles purchased in Texas are eligible for the incentive.

Applications may not be submitted for funding consideration at this time. We anticipate the grant round opening in Spring 2018. Please check back for updated LDPLI program information.

Texas Natural Gas Vehicle Grant Program (TNGVGP)

The latest application period has ended. Applications may no longer be submitted for funding consideration.